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Explained: Road Positioning and Lane Discipline
It might seem basic, but steering into the right position lays a good foundation for all your other driving skills. It's only once you've got the hang of this that you'll be able to pull off more complex manoeuvres and show your examiner you really know what's what.
January 17, 2025
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Passing Parked Cars: Who Has Priority?
We’ll take you through the rules on how to overtake parked cars or other stationary obstacles, and give you practical tips on how to follow them when you’re driving in real life.
January 15, 2025
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When to Signal While Driving
On the road, it's vital that you use the right signals to let other road users know what you're planning to do next. When done correctly, signalling can give road users enough time to react and take action, if necessary.
January 15, 2025
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How-To Guide: Setting Up Your Car Steering Wheel
In this guide, we're going to go through all of the steps involved in setting up your car steering wheel.
January 15, 2025
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Car Controls: Everything You Need to Know
Hitting the accelerator, turning the wheel and knowing how to brake are all key to making a vehicle move. That’s why the primary controls are the pedals and steering wheel. But there are loads more cockpit controls to get your head around as well.
January 13, 2025
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Foot Brake vs Handbrake
While the foot brake needs to be used any time you want to stop the car, the handbrake is only suitable for certain scenarios. So how do you know which situations require the use of both?
January 9, 2025
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Car Lights Explained
If you use your car lights incorrectly, you could end up with a fine & penalty points. So we've created a guide to car lights with everything you need to know—from where they're located, to when to use them.
January 8, 2025
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The Different Types of Roundabout
This handy guide introduces the different types of roundabout. We'll also provide tips on how best to approach each type, helping you to take to them like a duck to water.
January 8, 2025
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Spatial Awareness for Driving: Judging Your Car’s Size
Although you may naturally have good—or poor—spatial awareness, a great deal of it is a learned skill. So, even if you struggle with visual thinking, there are steps you can take to help you drive safely, without scraping other vehicles along the way.
January 7, 2025
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Petrol Vs Diesel: What Should You Go For?
We're about to delve into all of the important differences between petrol and diesel cars. Our guide leaves no stone unturned and, by the end of it, you'll be fully equipped with the knowledge needed to make the best decision for you.
January 6, 2025
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What Are Smart Motorways—and Are They Unsafe?
In an age where we rely on smartphones and new technology to carry out many of our basic needs, it makes sense to start applying such innovation to our roads. That's exactly what recent governments had hoped to do, by rolling out so-called 'smart motorways' across many of the nation's most heavily used highways.
January 6, 2025
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Pass Plus
For over two decades, the Pass Plus advanced driving course has been available to drivers, helping them build on the skills they gained from their initial driving tuition and become experienced at dealing with a wide range of challenging situations on the road.
January 6, 2025
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Priority Chicanes: The Ultimate Guide
You may be asked about priority chicanes on your theory test—or you might come across one on your practical driving test—so they’re something you need to be confident at tackling pretty early on.
January 6, 2025
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Motorway Driving: Ultimate Guide
Motorways can be a daunting prospect for new drivers, but you might be surprised to learn, then, that they are some of the safest roads to drive on. Here's a useful guide to the main things you need to know about motorway driving.
January 4, 2025
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What Should You Do When Driving In Fog?
It’s one of several weather patterns you’ll deal with as a driver, and can be dangerous if not approached with care. You should always have your normal dipped headlights on when visibility is poor—but when should you pair them with fog lights, and when could this land you in trouble?
January 4, 2025
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Aquaplaning: How To React & How To Avoid It
Aquaplaning on public roads is downright scary. We’re here to tell you about the things you should, and shouldn’t, do if you ever find yourself in a situation where you’re out of control—and how to reduce the chances of it happening in the first place.
January 4, 2025
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When Should I Use My Sidelights?
It’s crucial that you know exactly how to light your car responsibly and legally, whatever's happening around beyond your windscreen.
January 4, 2025
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Towing A Trailer: What Should I Know?
We're going to take you through everything you might need to know about towing a trailer—from what the legal requirements are, to additional tests you might have to take to some handy towing tips to make your journey that much easier.
January 3, 2025
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Differences Between Driving in Europe and the UK
If you're used to driving in Europe, coming to the UK in a car can seem like a daunting experience. It needn't be difficult though—we've detailed all the major differences between driving in Europe and the UK in this helpful guide.
January 3, 2025
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Driving While Pregnant—Everything You Need To Know
In this guide, we'll discuss whether it's safe to drive while pregnant, as well the DVSA's advice regarding pregnant learners taking the driving test.
January 3, 2025
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